CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering) is the indispensable use of sophisticated software tools to simulate, analyze, and optimize product designs and manufacturing processes.

CAE moves beyond simple geometry to predict real-world performance, such as structural integrity, fluid flow, and multi-body dynamics. Its primary purpose is to reduce the need for physical prototypes, accelerate the development cycle, and lower costs. By identifying potential failures and optimizing materials or form early in the design stage, CAE is a critical enabler of fast, data-driven innovation in complex engineering disciplines.